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Nieman: We need to face the digital invasion with wisdom
In 1994, I found myself in a meeting room in Ottawa, seated with six other pediatricians from various parts of Canada, deliberating on the topic of Children and the Media. We were asked to write the first-ever position paper for the Canadian Pediatric Society on that topic. I was honoured when tasked to be the…
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How the growing penny shortage may impact you
(NEXSTAR) — A penny shortage was expected, but not for a few more months. Now, businesses have found themselves asking customers not to pay with cash or otherwise prepare to receive incorrect change in return. Some companies have even asked their customers to exchange pennies for freebies. With the holiday shopping season ramping up, you…
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Best walks of Calgary: Jackrabbit Trail and Weaselhead Flats Park
Lori Beattie knows a thing or two about walking. She’s travelled every path and trail listed in her new updated book, Calgary’s Best Walks. She explained why she loves to explore this city on foot in a Weekend Life column on March 29, and now we’re encouraging you to follow in her footsteps. Over the past few months, we’ve highlighted…
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Opinion: Canada’s greatest resource isn’t in the ground — it’s in us
When we talk about Canada’s prosperity, we often focus on what lies beneath our feet — our energy, our minerals, our forests. But the truth is, our most valuable resource doesn’t come from the ground. It’s found in each other. Read More
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Opinion: Stop the DEI analysis of Calgary city council
Calgary has a new city council and mayor. Very new. Ten out of 14 freshly elected councillors are rookies, either political party candidates or independents. Read More
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Once plentiful, now threatened: The fate of the bull trout is also ours
In my eighth decade of floating down the river of life, I realize my voyage has been interwoven with bull trout. I’ve grown old with these sinister looking, torpedo-shaped native fish of the Eastern Slopes and bigger rivers. Read More
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What is ‘ghost tapping?’ New scheme targeting tap-to-pay users
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – The Better Business Bureau is warning tap-to-pay users of a new scheme that could make simple transactions costly. “Ghost tapping” is a growing scheme that is targeting tap-to-pay cards and mobile wallets. The BBB said criminals are using wireless devices to steal money without touching your card. New downtown Tampa Publix…
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Aloha Tower to reopen to public in 2026
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Big changes are coming to Aloha Tower. The iconic landmark is almost 100 years old and several multi-million dollar renovation projects are in the works to reopen its doors to the public before its centennial in 2026. Aloha Tower was built in 1926 and its purpose was not always just as a…
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5 Takeaways from Calgary Stampeders’ key win in regular-season finale
The 2025 Canadian Football League regular season is over for the Calgary Stampeders. Read More